Information Security Engineer

Placements24; Kimberley; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Annual performance bonuses

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Information Security Engineer for a Kimberley-based mining client to strengthen cybersecurity across IT and OT. You will implement, monitor, and improve security controls to protect critical infrastructure and data.

The role requires hands-on experience with firewalls, IDS/IPS, SIEM, and endpoint security, plus knowledge of OT/ICS. Relocation support may be offered, and you will work with engineering teams to embed security into system designs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in information security engineering.
• Strong understanding of network security principles, protocols, and technologies.
• Hands-on experience with security tools such as firewalls, IDS/IPS, SIEM, and endpoint security solutions.
• Experience in hardening operating systems and applications.
• Knowledge of OT/ICS security is a significant advantage.
• Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell) is a plus.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Based in or willing to relocate to Kimberley, Northern Cape.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage security controls across IT and OT environments.
• Monitor security systems, including firewalls, IDS/IPS, SIEM, and endpoint protection.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing.
• Respond to security incidents, perform analysis, and implement remediation measures.
• Develop and maintain security policies, standards, and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations and best practices relevant to the mining sector.
• Collaborate with IT and engineering teams to integrate security into system design and deployment.
• Provide technical expertise and guidance on security matters.
• Stay updated on emerging cybersecurity threats and technologies.
• Participate in security audits and risk management activities.

Skills

Network security

Security tooling

OT/ICS security

Scripting (Python)

Incident response

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / IT / Engineering

Tools

Firewalls

IDS/IPS

SIEM

Endpoint protection

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a well-established mining corporation in Kimberley, Northern Cape, is seeking a skilled Information Security Engineer to enhance their cybersecurity infrastructure. This role is crucial for protecting the company's operational technology (OT) and information technology (IT) systems from cyber threats. You will be responsible for implementing, maintaining, and monitoring security solutions, conducting risk assessments, and responding to security incidents. The ideal candidate possesses a strong technical background in network security, system hardening, and security tool deployment. Join a stable organization in Kimberley that is committed to ensuring the safety and security of its digital assets and operations. This position offers the chance to work on critical infrastructure security in a unique industrial setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage security controls across IT and OT environments.
• Monitor security systems, including firewalls, IDS/IPS, SIEM, and endpoint protection.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing.
• Respond to security incidents, perform analysis, and implement remediation measures.
• Develop and maintain security policies, standards, and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations and best practices relevant to the mining sector.
• Collaborate with IT and engineering teams to integrate security into system design and deployment.
• Provide technical expertise and guidance on security matters.
• Stay updated on emerging cybersecurity threats and technologies.
• Participate in security audits and risk management activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in information security engineering.
• Strong understanding of network security principles, protocols, and technologies.
• Hands-on experience with security tools such as firewalls, IDS/IPS, SIEM, and endpoint security solutions.
• Experience in hardening operating systems and applications.
• Knowledge of OT/ICS security is a significant advantage.
• Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell) is a plus.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Based in or willing to relocate to Kimberley, Northern Cape.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and certifications.
• Stable employment with a reputable company.
• Exposure to critical infrastructure security.
• A collaborative and safety-focused work environment.
• Relocation assistance may be provided.
• Annual performance bonuses.